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5 o'clock Shadow : Coldplay Covers

This week, we are looking at the music of Coldplay on the 5 o'clock Shadow.

Their new album is topping the charts all around the globe, so I thought we'd look at some of the best covers we have here at 88NINE.

A few months back, I received a CD in the mail from Chipotle. (yes the burrito restaurant)

This CD told the story of Willie Nelson's work with our nation's small farmers thought Farm Aid and other charity work. He teamed up with Chipotle Records to cover Coldplay's "The Scientist". They commissioned the song to emphasize the importance of developing sustainable food systems. All proceeds from both benefit the Chipotle Cultivate Foundation, dedicated to creating a sustainable, healthful and equitable food future.

Today is Lou Reed's Birthday, a day I'm sure he didn't want to be celebrated, period. However, it is a perfect day to bust out one of best VU covers ever, from Cowboy Junkies. Their version of Sweet Jane was what introduced me to Lou, Nico...

Can you believe Justin Timberlake's Justified was released 12 years ago?
Our listener Megan found a cover of "Cry Me a River" by the band Chvrches, who seem to be the indie band with the most covers as of late.
Justin Timberlake - "Cry...

Our listener Emily sent us this great 5 O'Clock Shadow request:
I've always wanted to send in a request for a 5 O'Clock Shadow and thanks to 88.9 I discovered Ella Eyre, since "If I Go" is often played. I just heard her cover of "We Don't...